SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) is an evidence-based program developed by Dr. Eli Lebowitz to assist children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, OCD, and related challenges. A unique aspect of this treatment is that it focuses on empowering parents rather than the child, meaning the child does not typically need to attend the sessions to experience the benefits.
Instead of focusing on changing the child’s behavior, the program teaches parents to adjust their own responses to their child’s needs. By learning how to provide more effective support and reducing accommodations that may inadvertently reinforce anxious behaviors, parents can help their children overcome symptoms and improve their overall functioning.
To learn more about SPACE and how it works, visit its website at spacetreatment.net.